Errol

With the success of “Days of our Lives” spinoffs, “Days of our Lives: Beyond Salem” and “Days of our Lives: A Very Salem Christmas,” for Peacock it’s not surprising that the other soaps are might want to hone in on something similar for their respective streaming homes. In an interview with executive producer and head writer Bradley Bell, TV Insider recently sat down with “The Bold and the Beautiful” mastermind questioning whether fans might see more of the Forresters and the Spencers outside of the daily broadcasts on CBS. Turns out, that possibility could become reality in the near future. “Yes. We’ve had conversations with CBS and Paramount+,” Bell revealed to the publication while discussing the show’s 35th-anniversary episode, which will air tomorrow, March 25 (after a national preemption today). “That’s something we’ve been considering. We’re not in production just yet. I’m sure the day will come when we do something specifically for streaming.” With “B&B” airing a standalone episode dedicated to Brooke Logan (Katherine Kelly Lang) and five of her most memorable loves, it wouldn’t be too hard for the soap to come up with something that could stretch into a five-episode limited series or two-hour movie for Paramount+, as “DAYS” did for Peacock, and it would be the perfect vehicle for the soap to gain even more international recognition as it continues its reign as the world’s most-watched daily serial. Note: The post ‘The Bold and the Beautiful’ Boss Bradley Bell Discusses Potential Spinoff Opportunities appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

With word that “The Young and the Restless” is currently in the process of recasting the role of Summer Newman (last played by Hunter King) while nothing was made of a recast of Kyle Abbott, it was widely expected that actor Michael Mealor would soon be reprising the role. Turns out the actor has not only returned to the daytime drama series but he’s back on contract, too! According to the latest issue of Soap Opera Digest, on newsstands tomorrow, the actor is back just in time for the big reveal that his character’s not so dead after all mother, Diane Jenkins, is not only alive but she’s being played by Susan Walters once more. Walters played the part from 2001-2004, and briefly returned in early 2010. Meanwhile, Kyle last appeared on “Y&R” just a few episodes back via a Zoom call with his father, Jack Abbott (Peter Bergman), wherein he learned that his half brother Keemo had died and the family was only just learning of the news while also gaining a new Abbott member via Keemo’s daughter, Allie (Kelsey Wang). “Of course, I’ll always be back when they call,” Mealor said to Digest last year, citing his love for the show and working with the people he’s worked alongside all these years. Making his “Y&R” debut in 2018, Mealor most recently appeared in an episode of “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia” for FXX. An official on-screen return date had not been revealed at press time. Note: The post Michael Mealor Returning to ‘The Young and the Restless’ as Kyle Abbott appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

If you tuned into the last couple of minutes of “The Young and the Restless” on Wednesday, March 23, you would have either been shocked or questioning the relevance of the scene as “Taylor Jensen” walked in, appearing as the potential buyer of Allie’s (Kelsey Wang) house. Depending on how long you’ve been watching the daytime drama series your eyes probably popped out seeing someone that looked very familiar or you didn’t think too much of what was happening. Either way, the entrance will have rippling effects on what’s to come in Genoa City in the weeks and months ahead. First things first: “Taylor Jensen” is really Diane Jenkins in disguise. The character last appeared on the soap in 2011 as played by Maura West (now appearing as Ava Jerome on “General Hospital”). Ironically, at the time Diane was embroiled in the center of a murder mystery arc for which she was the victim, making her return to the canvas with Susan Walters reprising the role very mysterious. When Walters was asked about that in an interview with TV Insider she said, “​‘Yeah. Wasn’t me who died.” So does that mean the show will be ignoring that story altogether? We’ll soon find out as the story progresses. Note: Walters played the part from 2001-2004 and briefly returned in early 2010 before West took over later that year. Leading up to the big reveal, the soap shared a promo last week that told viewers to “brace yourself” as a woman is shown texting Jack Abbott (Peter Bergman). Now revealed to be Diane, Walters says her return to the soap was a surprise. ​​“You know how voice texts can mispronounce words? I got one that said, ‘Hey, this is Tony Morina from ‘Wine Art’—not ‘Y&R.’ I didn’t pay much attention to it as Tony [‘Y&R’s executive producer] wasn’t there 20 years ago when I joined, but we had met since,” recalls Walters to TV Insider of the initial call she received asking her to reprise the role. “At first I ignored it, but then I listened to the message. I told Tony later, ‘What if I hadn’t listened to that message?!’ He said, ‘Well, we would have reached out to you again.’” Photo by Sonja Flemming/CBS Thankfully that didn’t happen and now Diane is here to stay! Check out the promo below as the soap briefly recaps Diane’s bad girl history, particularly in her dealings with Phyllis Summers (Michelle Stafford). Note: The post ‘The Young and the Restless’: Diane Jenkins is Back, Baby! appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

Considering his character has been name-dropped by both Sam McCall (Kelly Monaco) and Carly Corinthos (Laura Wright) in recent episodes of “General Hospital,” albeit for different reasons, it’s only right that Damian Spinelli made an actual on-screen appearance on the soap, right? Well, just before appearing at last weekend’s “General Hospital Convention” in Burbank, actor Bradford Anderson revealed he’ll soon be back in Port Charles after spending a couple of days at the show’s Prospect Studios. In a photo shared on Instagram, Anderson appears outside of the show’s studio with the caption, “A lovely few days at Prospect Studios.” No additional information about his return was revealed in the post. Since the show has quickly inserted actors into scenes in the past, depending on the storyline, Anderson should appear on-screen as early as April. But don’t be surprised if it happens sooner. Anderson has been portraying Spinelli on “GH” off and on since 2006. In between appearances, the actor has guest-starred on episodes of “Homeland,” “Minority Report,” “Castle,” and “NCIS: Los Angeles,” among others. He’s currently co-hosting the “Stone Cold and the Jackal” and “That’s Awesome” podcasts alongside “GH” alum Steve Burton (ex-Jason Morgan). Note: The post Bradford Anderson Back to ‘General Hospital’ appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

IMDb says since 2009 but that doesn't mean it's accurate. Also, their CBS.com page shows this (also not up-to-date): Premiere: March 23, 1987 Produced by: Bell-Phillip Television Productions, Inc. Executive Producer/Head Writer: Bradley P. Bell Supervising Producer: Edward J. Scott Supervising Producer: Casey Kasprzyk Producer: Cynthia J. Popp Producer: Mark Pinciotti Line Producer: Ann Willmott Directors: Michael Stich and Cynthia J. Popp Created by: William J. Bell and Lee Phillip Bell Co-Head Writer: Michael Minnis Story Consultant: Patrick Mulcahey Writers: Rex M. Best, Shannon Bradley, Adam Dusevoir, Tracey Ann Kelly, Patrick Mulcahey, Mark Pinciotti, John F. Smith, Michele Val Jean Director of Special Projects/Long-Term Story Consultant: Lee Phillip Bell

“The Bold and the Beautiful” is celebrating its 35th anniversary today, premiering on March 23, 1987. Co-created by the late William J. Bell and the late Lee Phillip Bell, the CBS soap remains the most-watched U.S.-produced daytime drama series in the world and is daytime’s second most-watched soap opera in the United States only behind parent series “The Young and the Restless,” which was also created by the aforementioned Bells. Executive produced by Bradley Bell, who also serves as the show’s head writer, the series has aired 8,734 episodes, had 393,750 pages of dialogue memorized by the show’s cast, more than 100 weddings, 23 babies born on-screen, over 1,700 sets created by the art department, amassed more than 1,790 cans of hairspray and 415 tubes of lipstick by the Emmy Award-winning hair and makeup departments. Additionally, the show has won 100 Daytime Emmy Awards out of 306 nominations and has shot episodes in 14 cities across 11 international countries. “[Thirty-Five] years ago, I would have never imagined what was in store,” said Bell of the show’s longevity. “Since our premiere in 1987, it’s been a fantastic journey and incredible experience for all of us. We would not be here if not for the invaluable support of CBS and our millions of fans around the globe for their loyalty and support.” On Thursday, March 24, the soap will air a special standalone episode dedicated to Brooke Logan (original cast member Katherine Kelly Lang) and five of her true loves. Fan favorites and former cast members Jack Wagner, who played Nick Marone from 2003 to 2012, and Winsor Harmon, who played Thorne Forrester from 1996 to 2016, return for this can’t-miss episode. Original cast member John McCook (Eric Forrester), and veteran cast members Don Diamont (Bill Spencer) and Thorsten Kaye (Ridge Forrester) are also featured. Watch the 35th Anniversary promo below. Note: The post ‘The Bold and the Beautiful’ Celebrates 35 Years on Television appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

Happy Anniversary, "The Bold and the Beautiful"

You had people worried for a moment. Welcome back!

“And Just Like That…” will return for a second season, HBO Max announced recently. Starring Sarah Jessica Parker, Cynthia Nixon and Kristin Davis as their iconic characters from “Sex and the City,” the follow-up series delivered the strongest debut of any Max Original. “I am delighted and excited to tell more stories about these vibrant, bold characters – played by these powerful, amazing actors. The fact is, we’re all thrilled. ‘And Just like That…’ our Sex life is back,” said executive producer Michael Patrick King in a statement. Photo by Craig Blankenhorn/HBO Max “We have been delighted by the cultural conversation generated by these characters and their stories, set in a world we already know and love so much, commented Sarah Aubrey, head of original content at HBO Max. “We are proud of the work Michael Patrick King and our wonderful writers, producers, cast and crew have done to bring these stories to the screen. We can’t wait for fans to see what’s in store for season 2!” “And Just Like That…” is a new chapter for the groundbreaking HBO series “Sex and the City,” and follows Carrie (Parker), Miranda (Nixon) and Charlotte (Davis) as they navigate the journey from the complicated reality of life and friendship in their 30s to the even more complicated reality of life and friendship in their 50s. Additional cast during season one included Sara Ramírez, Sarita Choudhury, Nicole Ari Parker, Karen Pittman, Chris Noth, Mario Cantone, David Eigenberg, Willie Garson, and Evan Handler. In addition to King, the three leading ladies also served as the show’s executive producers along with Julie Rottenberg, Elisa Zuritsky and John Melfi. Writing was led by King, Rottenberg, Zuritsky, Samantha Irby, Rachna Fruchbom and Keli Goff. The HBO series “Sex and the City” was created by Darren Star and based on the book “Sex and the City” by Candace Bushnell. Note: The post ‘And Just Like That…’ Renewed for a Second Season by HBO Max appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

Haha! Unlike some people who post all day on Twitter trying to get clout, I'm a professional journalist. Besides, to spoil something like this just because one can is tacky and pathetic.

We’re officially at the halfway mark of the 2021-2022 TV season as ratings for the week of March 14-18, 2022 represents the 26th week of the 52-week season. Some shows are doing better than others while some others might want to consider their options for next season. You can determine which ones we’re talking about in the comments below. For the week, every daytime broadcast series was down week-to-week among Total Viewers with “General Hospital” (2.177 million) losing the least amount, down -21,000 viewers while the first half-hour of “The Price is Right” (3.566 million) lost the most, down -451,000 viewers. The second half-hour (4.216 million) lost down -340,000 viewers. Compared to the same week in 2020 when viewing levels were hitting multi-year highs during the initial shutdown of the country due to COVID-19, the first half-hour is down -1.254 million viewers while the second half-hour is down -1.349 million viewers. Only “The Young and the Restless” (3.402 million) managed to maintain viewership somewhat on par with 2020 figures, down -43,000 viewers compared to 2020. In fact, week to week, “Y&R” is only down -39,000 viewers. After beating “GMA3: What You Need to Know” (1.665 million) in both Women 18-49 and Women 25-54 rating one week earlier, “The Talk” (1.376 million) fell back to last place, falling the most week to week in both demos. More specifically, in Women 25-54 rating, “The Talk” tied both “GH” and “Y&R” in week to week losses, each down -0.05. Only “The Bold and the Beautiful” (2.847 million) saw a week to week increase in both demos (up +0.01) while the second half-hour of “Let’s Make a Deal” (2.809 million) and “The View” (2.276 million) were also up slightly in Women 18-49, “GMA3” was the only other show up week to week in Women 25-54 rating. What follows is a breakdown of how the daytime broadcast shows performed during the week of March 14-18, 2022 in Women 18-49 rating, Women 25-54 rating, Households and Total Viewers, including a look at their comparable performance in 2020. A closer look at the daytime soaps, including their daily performance in the demos, will be posted soon. Note: Year to Year comparisons are currently unavailable due to a gap in data received by Soap Opera Network one year earlier. Comparisons to 2021 figures will return in a few weeks. Households and Total Viewers for “TODAY 3rd Hour” and “TODAY with Hoda & Jenna” were unavailable at press time which skews the rankings in those categories. Comparable 2020 figures for “GMA3: What Need to Know” are based on the performance of “Pandemic: What You Need to Know” which was later rebranded to its current iteration, effective March 2020. “The Talk” was not rated by Nielsen during the comparable week in 2020. Week Of March 7-11, 2022 Rankers Women 18-49 Rating Rank / Show / NetworkThis WeekLast WeekLast Year2020 W18-491. The Price is Right 2 (CBS)0.470.49N/A0.622. The Price is Right 1 (CBS)0.390.43N/A0.703. The Young and the Restless (CBS)0.370.41N/A0.493. TODAY 3rd Hour (NBC)0.370.38N/A0.815. Let’s Make a Deal 2 (CBS)0.360.35N/A0.536. The Bold and the Beautiful (CBS)0.350.34N/A0.577. Let’s Make a Deal 1 (CBS)0.300.31N/A0.417. General Hospital (ABC)0.300.30N/A0.517. The View (ABC)0.300.29N/A0.4910. TODAY with Hoda & Jenna (NBC)0.260.28N/A0.6310. Days of our Lives (NBC)0.260.27N/A0.4812. GMA3: What You Need to Know (ABC)0.230.24N/A0.6113. The Talk (CBS)0.210.26N/AN/ASource: Nielsen Women 25-54 Rating Rank / Show / NetworkThis WeekLast WeekLast Year2020 W25-541. The Price is Right 2 (CBS)0.700.71N/A0.962. The Young and the Restless (CBS)0.620.67N/A0.743. The Price is Right 1 (CBS)0.590.62N/A0.865. The Bold and the Beautiful (CBS)0.570.56N/A0.894. TODAY 3rd Hour (NBC)0.540.57N/A1.196. Let’s Make a Deal 2 (CBS)0.490.51N/A0.747. General Hospital (ABC)0.460.51N/A0.788. Let’s Make a Deal 1 (CBS)0.430.45N/A0.579. The View (ABC)0.410.43N/A0.7510. TODAY with Hoda & Jenna (NBC)0.380.41N/A0.9210. Days of our Lives (NBC)0.380.41N/A0.6812. GMA3: What You Need to Know (ABC)0.350.34N/A0.8713. The Talk (CBS)0.300.35N/AN/ASource: Nielsen Households Rank / Show / NetworkThis WeekLast WeekLast Year2020 Households1. The Price is Right 2 (CBS)2.82.9N/A3.92. The Price is Right 1 (CBS)2.32.6N/A3.42. The Young and the Restless (CBS)2.32.3N/A2.54. The Bold and the Beautiful (CBS)1.92.0N/A2.75. Let’s Make a Deal 2 (CBS)1.81.9N/A2.16. The View (ABC)1.61.7N/A2.46. Let’s Make a Deal 1 (CBS)1.61.6N/A2.18. General Hospital (ABC)1.51.5N/A1.99. Days of our Lives (NBC)1.11.2N/A1.59. GMA3: What You Need to Know (ABC)1.11.1N/A1.99. The Talk (CBS)1.11.0N/AN/A. TODAY 3rd Hour (NBC)N/A1.5N/A2.5. TODAY with Hoda & Jenna (NBC)N/A1.1N/A1.8Source: Nielsen Total Viewers Rank / Show / NetworkThis WeekLast WeekLast Year2020 Viewers1. The Price is Right 2 (CBS)4,216,0004,556,000N/A5,565,0002. The Price is Right 1 (CBS)3,566,0004,017,000N/A4,820,0003. The Young and the Restless (CBS)3,402,0003,441,000N/A3,445,0004. The Bold and the Beautiful (CBS)2,847,0002,936,000N/A3,620,0005. Let’s Make a Deal 2 (CBS)2,809,0002,863,000N/A3,724,0006. Let’s Make a Deal 1 (CBS)2,417,0002,479,000N/A2,896,0007. The View (ABC)2,276,0002,374,000N/A3,128,0008. General Hospital (ABC)2,177,0002,198,000N/A2,471,00010. GMA3: What You Need to Know (ABC)1,665,0001,726,000N/A2,639,00011. Days of our Lives (NBC)1,614,0001,713,000N/A2,089,00013. The Talk (CBS)1,376,0001,482,000N/AN/A. TODAY 3rd Hour (NBC)N/A2,129,000N/A3,422,000. TODAY with Hoda & Jenna (NBC)N/A1,604,000N/A2,454,000Source: Nielsen Note: The numbers above are calculated using Live+Same Day viewing and DVR playback, defined as 3:00 a.m. – 3:00 a.m, and are courtesy of Nielsen. Household ratings are the percentage of TV homes in the U.S. tuned into television. *Notable Preemptions/Schedule Changes “The Bold and the Beautiful” numbers are based on a three-day average consisting of Monday, March 14; Tuesday, March 15; and Wednesday, March 16. NCAA Basketball preempted the show on Thursday, March 17 and Friday, March 18.“Days of our Lives” aired for just 44 minutes on Wednesday, March 16, 2022.“GMA3: What You Need to Know” aired for just 44 minutes on Wednesday, March 16.“Let’s Make a Deal” numbers are based on a three-day average consisting of Monday, March 14; Tuesday, March 15; and Wednesday, March 16. NCAA Basketball preempted the show on Thursday, March 17 and Friday, March 18.“The Price is Right” aired a rerun on Thursday, March 17 which was factored into the show’s weekly average and will count in the show’s season average.“The Talk” numbers are based on a three-day average consisting of Monday, March 14; Tuesday, March 15; and Wednesday, March 16. NCAA Basketball preempted the show on Thursday, March 17 and Friday, March 18.“The View” numbers are based on a four-day average, consisting of Monday, March 14; Tuesday, March 15; Thursday, March 17; and Friday, March 18. The show was retitled “VIEW-ABC” or “VIEW-ALT” on Wednesday, March 16 which averaged a 0.26 rating in Women 18-49 and a 0.37 rating in Women 25-54. The 44-minute episode did not factor into the show’s weekly average and will not count into the show’s season average.“TODAY 3rd Hour” numbers are based on a four-day average, consisting of Monday, March 14; Tuesday, March 15; Thursday, March 17; and Friday, March 18. The show was retitled “TODAY Show II-ALT” on Wednesday, March 16 which averaged a 0.39 rating in Women 18-49 and a 0.56 rating in Women 25-54. The episode did not factor into the show’s weekly average and will not count into the show’s season average.“TODAY with Hoda & Jenna” numbers are based on a four-day average, consisting of Monday, March 14; Tuesday, March 15; Thursday, March 17; and Friday, March 18. The show was retitled “TDY Hoda & Jenna HJ” on Wednesday, March 16 which averaged a 0.34 rating in Women 18-49 and a 0.44 rating in Women 25-54. The episode did not factor into the show’s weekly average and will not count into the show’s season average.“The Young and the Restless” numbers are based on a three-day average consisting of Monday, March 14; Tuesday, March 15; and Wednesday, March 16. NCAA Basketball preempted the show on Thursday, March 17 and Friday, March 18. The soap aired for just 46 minutes on Wednesday, March 16. Note: The post Daytime Broadcast Ratings for the Week of March 14-18, 2022 appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

The CW has given an early renewal to seven of its scripted series for next season, joining already renewed unscripted fare “Penn & Teller: Fool Us,” “Masters of Illusion” and “World’s Funniest Animals” on the network’s 2022-2023 broadcast schedule. Returning next season is “Walker” (season three), “All American” (season five), “The Flash” (season nine), “Superman & Lois” (season three), “Nancy Drew” (season four), “Riverdale” (season seven) and “Kung Fu” (season three). “As we prepare for the 2022-23 season, these scripted series, along with the alternative series we renewed earlier, will serve as the start of a solid foundation utilizing some of our most-watched series for us to build on for next year and beyond,” said Mark Pedowitz, Chairman and CEO, The CW Network, in announcing the renewals. “These dramas are also important to our overall digital strategy, as they are some of our most-streamed and socially-engaged programming, and we look forward to adding more new and returning series to help strengthen and expand our multiplatform footprint.” The network is expected to announce additional renewals and series orders over the next two months as it gears up to reveal its new lineup to advertisers in May. Note: The post The CW Renews Seven Scripted Shows for 2022-2023, Including ‘All American,’ ‘Walker’ and ‘Superman & Lois’ appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

First appearing on The CW’s “All American” in the show’s March 14 episode, entitled “Liberation,” “One Life to Live” alum Kamar de los Reyes (ex-Antonio Vega) is set to continue in a recurring capacity on the drama series about a gifted high school football star who changes schools to become a state champion at Beverly Hills High. “All American” Courtesy of The CW First reported by TheWrap, de los Reyes is playing Coach Mr. Montes, a smart, confident, and unpredictable Coastal California football coach who develops a unique relationship with Asher Adams (Cody Christian) that ends up challenging both of them. The name “Coach Mr. Montes” refers to how JJ Parker (Hunter Clowdus) distinguishes Montes from his wife (played by Alexandra Barreto) who is also named Coach Montes. Thus, he refers to her as Coach Mrs. Montes and the other as Coach Mr. Montes. Asher notes to JJ, “You know, you could just call them both ‘Coach Montes,’ right?” Thus far, Asher, who wants to become a student football coach, has been receiving tips from Mr. Tontes but unfortunately found himself without a job on the team as there were no openings available except for the role of laundry boy. Not wanting to pass up an opportunity when it presents itself, Asher quickly accepted as he told Mr. Montes, “I’d be a fool not to do whatever it takes to learn from the best, which you are.” Look for de los Reyes to appear in four episodes of what remains of the show’s current fourth season. Since last appearing on “One Life to Live” in 2009, de los Reyes has made a name for himself in Hollywood, starring in “Sleepy Hollow” for FOX in 2017, and appearing on a number of shows including “MacGyver,” “SEAL Team,” “Castle,” “Pretty Little Liars,” “Shooter” and “Blue Bloods,” among a multitude of others. More recently, the actor had a multi-episode guest arc on “The Rookie.” He also voiced Raul Menendez in the “Call of Duty: Black Ops” video game series. Note: The post ‘One Life to Live’ Alum Kamar de los Reyes to Recur on The CW’s ‘All American’ appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

Chander isn't gone. He's still filming.

On Friday, May 20, a multitude of daytime stars, past and present, will be on hand for a special event in Palm Springs, California which will benefit the American Cancer Society. The “Lip Sync for a Cure Benefit Show” for the American Cancer Society Desert Spirit event will be emceed by “General Hospital” star Tristan Rogers with a special dedication in memoriam of the late John Callahan (“All My Children”). Starting in 2017, the American Cancer Society Desert Spirit Committee based in Palm Springs, California wanted a fun, exciting, non-gala event to raise funds for cancer research and patient services. With the support of celebrities, mostly from the soap opera community, “Lip Sync for a Cure” was born. Taking place on Friday, May 20 at 6:30 p.m. at the Palm Springs Cultural Center, located at 2300 East Baristo Road, Palm Springs, CA 92262, soapers joining Rogers for this year’s event as either performers or judges include Eva La Rue (“All My Children”), Patrika Darbo (“Days of our Lives,” “The Bold and the Beautiful,” et al), Judith Chapman (“The Young and the Restless”), Carolyn Hennesy (“General Hospital”), Sean Kanan (“The Bold and the Beautiful”), and more! Ticket prices range from as little as $40 for general admission to as high as $75 for a VIP ticket. But don’t wait, tickets won’t last forever! To purchase tickets, click here. Note: The post Soapers ‘Lip Sync for a Cure’ to Benefit American Cancer Society Desert Spirit appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

“The Bold and the Beautiful” original cast member Katherine Kelly Lang (Brooke Logan) and co-stars Don Diamont (Bill Spencer) and Jack Wagner (Nick Marone) appeared on the Monday, March 21 episode of “The Talk” to discuss the daytime soap and the celebration of its 35th anniversary. The pair sat with co-hosts Natalie Morales, Jerry O’Connell, Sheryl Underwood and guest co-host Margaret Cho and revealed what fans can expect later this week when the soap airs a special anniversary episode. Fans also got a glimpse at Lang’s audition tape, learned how Diamont’s characters on “B&B” and “The Young and the Restless” got named, and how Wagner responded to being back at the Television City studio where the daytime drama tapes. First things first: While original cast member John McCook (Eric Forrester) was a no-show despite being scheduled to appear, it turns out he’s the reason Lang got the job as Brooke Logan. “I credit John McCook for getting me that part, honestly,” said Lang of her audition test opposite McCook. “I was so lucky to be able to do that screen test with him. He made me so comfortable and so confident.” While Diamont has been on “B&B” for a number of years playing Dollar Bill Spencer, he actually got his soaps playing Brad Carlton on “The Young and the Restless.” He shared, “I played Brad on ‘Y&R’ and [the late] Bill Bell [co-creator of ‘B&B’ and ‘Y&R’] named my character after his son Brad [Bell; ‘B&B’ executive producer and head writer]. And now Brad hired me to play Bill on ‘Bold and the Beautiful’ 13 years ago. So my entire adult life I have worked for the Bells.” Returning to the “B&B” set for the first time since 2012, Wagner said of the experience, “I was actually pretty blindsided just by driving to CBS because I was on the show for 8 or 9 years. Just driving there and walking down the halls at CBS, and then up to the dressing room and reconnecting to the actors, it was unbelievable.” He added, “Like you know, when you see a high school friend and you just jump right back like time hasn’t passed. It’s so great to be back on the show again.” John McCook, Winsor Harmon, Jack Wagner, Don Diamont and Thorsten Kaye (“The Bold and the Beautiful”) Photo by Sonja Flemming/CBS Lang teased what fans can expect from the special standalone episode airing on Thursday, March 24, wherein Brooke reminisces over each of her five true loves, including Eric, Bill, Nick, Ridge Forrester (Thorsten Kaye) and Thorne Forrester (Winsor Harmon). “I’m so lucky to work with these wonderful actors and people, these gorgeous men. It’s been such an honor. I was a little nervous…but it’s a beautiful show,” she said. Watch their appearance on “The Talk” below, including Lang’s audition tape. “The Bold and the Beautiful” was recently picked up for an additional two seasons by CBS which will keep the daytime drama series on the network through at least the 2023-2024 television season. The soap airs weekdays at 1:30 p.m. ET/12:30 p.m. PT on CBS. Note: The post ‘The Bold and the Beautiful’: Katherine Kelly Lang Reveals How She Landed the Role, Don Diamont on Naming His Character – WATCH appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

West Coast viewers expecting to watch today’s, March 21 episode of “The Bold and the Beautiful” will likely need to watch the full episode later this evening on the CBS App, CBS.com or Paramount+. CBS News broke into regular programming on the East Coast with a special report on Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson’s Supreme Court confirmation hearings before the Senate Judiciary Committee, which includes live coverage of Judge Jackson’s opening remarks. Coverage will continue today, March 21 and tomorrow, March 22 across all CBS News platforms and on BET. “CBS Evening News” anchor and managing editor Norah O’Donnell is anchoring the CBS News special report. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford, CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett, and CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion will provide coverage and analysis. CBS News will offer a special report tomorrow, March 22 at approximately 9:00 a.m., ET, anchored by “CBS Mornings” co-hosts Gayle King and Tony Dokoupil. The CBS News Streaming Network will tap into multiple live streams for continuous comprehensive coverage of the hearings. CBS News Streaming is covering the hearing today, offering updates each half-hour during the hearings, and will provide live coverage of Judge Jackson’s opening remarks. On Tuesday, March 22, CBS News Streaming will simulcast the CBS News special report at approximately 9:00 a.m., ET, and will continue with regular, live updates throughout the day through Thursday, March 24. On CBSNews.com, a live blog with the latest from the hearings is available beginning today. CBS News Streaming’s second stream will live stream the full hearings in their entirety. CBS News will deliver coverage throughout the week on “CBS Mornings,” the “CBS Evening News with Norah O’Donnell,” CBS News Streaming, CBSNews.com, CBS News Radio, CBS Newspath, CBS Stations and more. Note: The post Portions of ‘The Bold and the Beautiful’ Interrupted on the West Coast Due to CBS News Special Report appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

“The Price is Right” is going on a 50-stop nationwide tour in celebration of the show’s 50th anniversary. The tour begins on Friday, March 25 with host Drew Carey making a stop at the Santa Monica Pear as he and most of the show’s talent light up the iconic Ferris wheel. Courtesy of CBS Dubbed the “Come on Down Tour,” America’s most beloved game show will travel across the country to encourage everyone to take interact with the mobile game show on wheels showcasing in a groovy 70s style bus (honoring when the show began in 1972), fun photo ops and to spin the wheel, play Plinko and participate in Showcase Showdown to win money and prizes. The tour will go coast to coast, March 25 – May 18, stopping at 50 of America’s most iconic locations and inviting fans from 8 lucky cities (LA, Denver, Dallas, New Orleans, Nashville, St. Louis, Cleveland, New York City) to play interactive games for prizes benefitting local businesses as well as a grand prize of $50,000. Along the way, the tour will be visiting uniquely American landmarks such as the Route 66 sign, Gateway Arch, and the World’s Largest Basket. Fans can follow the tour’s journey across the country via Instagram @TheRealPriceIsRight to see where it is headed next! The Santa Monica event will feature Carey, George Gray (the voice of “The Price Is Right” who says “Come On Down!!”), and model Alexis Gaube, on the Santa Monica Pier where the iconic Ferris wheel will be converted to a giant “The Price is Right” wheel and lit up at dusk. LA prizes for fans will include gift cards benefitting local businesses, like The Comedy Store and ride tickets for the Ferris wheel for all who win. “‘The Price is Right’ has been changing lives and touching hearts for 50 years,” said Mike Benson, President and Chief Marketing Officer at CBS. “This longevity stands as a testament to everything good about CBS programming and the success of our fan-first approach to television. The ‘Come on Down Tour’ is an expansion of our mission to bring fans closer to what they love in new and exciting ways, while simultaneously supporting iconic local business partners in each city.” The tour dates and locations are as follows: Los Angeles, CA – Friday, March 25Denver, CO – Friday, April 1Dallas, TX – Thursday, April 7New Orleans, LA – Friday, April 15Nashville, TN – Friday, April 22St. Louis, MO – Thursday, April 28Cleveland, OH – Friday, May 6New York, NY – Wednesday, May 18 Note: All guests must show proof of COVID-19 vaccination. Premiering September 4, 1972, “The Price is Right” has since given away over $300,000,000 in cash and prizes. Hosted by Drew Carey, it is network television’s most-watched and highest-rated daytime series and the longest-running game show in television history. The show is produced by Fremantle and is broadcast weekdays on CBS at 11:00 a.m. ET/10:00 a.m. PT. Note: The post ‘The Price is Right’ Celebrates 50 Years on Television with a 50-Stop Cross Country Tour appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

The status of the case is as follows: Deidre Hall v. Cathleen J. Paradis et al (#17) REQUEST AND ORDER FOR DISMISSAL #15 by Judge Philip S. Gutierrez: Action be dismissed in its entirety, with prejudice, each party to bear its own attorneys' fees and costs. (MD JS-6. Case Terminated) (ir) (Entered: 01/18/2011) (#16) NOTICE TO FILER OF DEFICIENCIES in Electronically Filed Documents RE: REQUEST to Dismiss Case #15 . The following error was found: Proposed Document was not submitted as a separate attachment. In response to this notice the court may order (1) an amended or correct document to be filed (2) the document stricken or (3) take other action as the court deems appropriate. You need not take any action in response to this notice unless and until the court directs you to do so. (ir) (Entered: 01/13/2011) (#15) REQUEST to Dismiss Case filed by plaintiff Deidre Hall. (Winter, Sidney) (Entered: 01/12/2011)

On the Monday, March 21 episode of “The Talk,” cast members from “The Bold and the Beautiful” will be on hand to celebrate the daytime drama’s 35th anniversary. Joining co-hosts Akbar Gbajabiamila, Amanda Kloots, Natalie Morales, Jerry O’Connell and Sheryl Underwood from “B&B” will be original cast members Katerine Kelly Lang (Brooke Logan) and John McCook (Eric Forrester), along with long-time cast member Don Diamont (Bill Spencer) and returning cast member Jack Wagner who will be reprising his role as Nick Marone for a special episode of the soap set to air later this week. Wagner last appeared on the series in 2012. Originally scheduled to air on the soap’s actual 35th anniversary (Wednesday, March 23), the special standalone episode of “B&B” airing on Thursday, March 24 is dedicated to Brooke Logan and five of her true loves, including Eric, Bill, Nick, Ridge Forrester (Thorne Kaye) and Thorne Forrester (Winsor Harmon). Katherine Kelly Lang, Jack Wagner and Thorsten Kaye (“The Bold and the Beautiful”) Photos by Sonja Flemming/CBS “The Bold and the Beautiful” was recently picked up for an additional two seasons by CBS which will keep the daytime drama series on the network through at least the 2023-2024 television season. The soap airs weekdays at 1:30 p.m. ET/12:30 p.m. PT on CBS. “The Talk” airs Weekdays at 2:00 p.m. ET/1:00 p.m. PT on CBS. Note: The post Cast Members from ‘The Bold and the Beautiful’ to Appear on ‘The Talk’ to Celebrate Soap’s 35th Anniversary appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

Led by head writer Ron Carlivati, the writing team of “Days of our Lives” took home the Writers Guild Award in the category of Daytime Drama for the second year in a row during tonight’s virtual presentation of “The 74th Annual Writers Guild Awards,” hosted by Ashley Nicole Black (“A Black Lady Sketch Show”). Carlivati accepted the award in a pre-taped speech in which he jokingly stated, “We may or may not have won but either way I’m gonna keep this one.” He was referring to the fact that all nominees were required to record acceptance speeches for the virtual ceremony in the event they won. Courtesy of NBC In Carlivati’s full speech, which can be watched in its entirety below, the writer said, “Thank you so much to the Writers Guild for this award which we may or may not have won but either way I’m gonna keep this one. Thanks to everybody at NBC, especially Michael and Sharice. Your support of ‘Days of our Lives’ has been incredible. We did a mini-series with you this year for Peacock, we did a Christmas movie, which was great for the show and for the genre. Thanks to Ken Corday [executive producer], to Albert Alarr [co-executive producer], to our cast and crew at ‘DAYS’ who worked tirelessly to put on 250 episodes a year, especially over the past two years has been amazing, and lastly to my team of writers I could not do my job without you, especially Ryan Quan. There wouldn’t be a ‘Days of our Lives’ without you.” In addition to Carlivati and Quan, the “Days of our Lives” writing team winning the award included writers Lorraine Broderick, Joanna Cohen, Carolyn Culliton, Richard Culliton, Jamey Giddens, David Kreizman, Rebecca McCarty, Dave Ryan, Katherine D. Schock and Elizabeth Snyder. The soap submitted three scripts, including Doug reveals to Marlena that he’s possessed, Thanksgiving when Doug and Julie battled Marlena and then the Christmas Day exorcism. “DAYS” beat out the writing teams of “General Hospital” and “The Young and the Restless.” Watch Carlivati’s acceptance speech below. Note: The post ‘Days of our Lives’ Wins 2022 Writers Guild Award for Daytime Drama – WATCH appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

Currently airing its second season in national syndication, “The Drew Barrymore Show” from CBS Media Ventures is expected back for a third season beginning this fall. There’s a catch, however. According to Broadcasting & Cable, the talk show will be split into two half hours which can be run as a one-hour block back to back or separately. The outlet reports that CBS-owned stations will be pairing one of the half hours of “Drew Barrymore” with their local news in top markets while the second half-hour will air on duopoly stations (ie. CBS-owned WCBS and WLNY in New York). CBS currently offers a similar half-hour block format on Sundays for “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan.” The public affairs program which currently ranks number one for the season among Total Viewers airs nationally as a half-hour program with many CBS stations choosing not to air the second half-hour due to other scheduling commitments. The full hour is available in top markets such as New York and Los Angeles and can also be viewed in its entirety via CBSNews.com or Paramount+. “The Drew Barrymore” is currently averaging a 0.6 household rating for the 2021-2022 television season. However, for the week of February 28-March 4, 2022, the most recent week in which ratings are available for syndicated television, the show ranked 10th among all talk shows with a 0.5 household rating. Other than “The Doctors” and “The Real,” all other shows ranked lower have already been officially canceled (ie. “The Good Dish,” “The Nick Cannon Show”) or have been airing repeats since ceasing original production years earlier (“The Jerry Springer Show”). A show about optimism TV, bringing information, inspiration, and entertainment to the daytime, “Drew Barrymore” is produced and distributed by CBS Media Ventures and shot in New York City. Drew Barrymore, Chris Miller and Jason Kurtz are executive producers. Note: The post REPORT: ‘The Drew Barrymore Show’ to Air in Half-Hour Blocks for Season Three appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

Daytime talk show “Maury” will cease production later this year after a 24 season run in national syndication. The series is hosted and executive produced by veteran journalist Maury Povich. Exploring issues that affect relationships and families, “Maury” covered topical items from the news, talent shows and psychic phenomena. The show provided a platform for the unheard to tell their story including popular staples like “Who’s the Father,” which uses a paternity test to determine the correct baby daddy, and telling the truth from lies through a polygraph test. During the 2019-2020 season, “Maury” averaged 1.7 million viewers, ranking in the top 3 among syndicated talk in Adults 18-49 for the ninth consecutive season. Among Adults 25-54, the show ranked number one or number two during that season in New York (WPIX: #1), Philadelphia (WPHL: #1), Dallas (KDAF: #1), Washington DC (WDCW: #2), Houston (KIAH: #1), Boston (WLVI: #1), and Atlanta (WATL: #1). For the week of February 28-March 4, 2022, the most recent week in which ratings are available for syndicated television, “Maury” tied for sixth place among talk shows with the also canceled “The Wendy Williams Show,” each with a 0.7 rating in Households. In Women 25-54, the show is tied with “The Kelly Clarkson Show,” each with a 0.4 rating. Only “Dr. Phil” and “Live with Kelly and Ryan” rated better in the demo. Produced by NBCUniversal Syndication Studios, “Maury” is the third consecutive syndicated series hosted by Povich. From 1986-1990, he hosted “A Current Affair” for FOX. He followed that up with Paramount’s “The Maury Povich Show” from 1991-1998. “Maury debuted in 1998 and will continue to air originals through September. Reruns will be available to stations thereafter similar to “The Jerry Springer Show,” which is currently in its fifth season airing repeats after 28 seasons airing originals. Broadcasting & Cable first reported the end of the “Maury” show. Note: The post ‘Maury’ to Conclude After 24 Seasons in National Syndication appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

“General Hospital” alum William deVry (ex-Julian Jerome) is set to appear in the Sunday, March 20 episode of CBS’ “NCIS: Los Angeles,” entitled “Murmuration.” In it, deVry plays Navy Captain Lombardo/XO as the NCIS team investigates an unidentified aircraft that flies into U.S. airspace and crashes into a Navy plane. Meanwhile, Deeks (Eric Christian Olsen) and Kensi (Daniela Ruah) prepare for their foster inspection. “I read the script once. Then read it four more times. Very good episode. Samantha Chasse researched the hell out of it & wrote GREAT script! James Hanlon was a master director & GREAT actors director,” read a message on Twitter by deVry on his work on the show. Led by stars Chris O’Donnell and LL Cool J, “NCIS: Los Angeles” follows the life of special agents who are charged with apprehending dangerous and elusive criminals who pose a threat to the nation’s security. Check out a sneak peek clip of deVry with O’Donnell and LL below. “NCIS: Los Angeles” airs Sundays at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT on CBS. Note: The post First Look at ‘General Hospital’ Alum William deVry on ‘NCIS: Los Angeles’ – VIDEO appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More

As previously reported, daytime newcomer Tabyana Ali has been cast as Trina Robinson on “General Hospital.” She replaces Sydney Mikayla who made her final appearance on the Thursday, March 17 episode. In a recent post on Instagram, Ali shared an update on when fans will get their first glimpse of her in the role. “Next Week: ABC General Hospital!” Ali captioned as she is seen holding one of two bouquets of flowers given to her by fans of the character and her talent agency. “They are beautiful and a great addition to my garden,” she said of the flowers. Following news of her casting at “GH” earlier this month, Ali posted, “Some great MAGIC is coming,” seemingly referring to her taking on the role of Trina who is one half of the popular “Sprina” pairing which mashes the character names of Trina and Spencer Cassadine (played by Nicholas Alexander Chavez). While no specific first airdate is mentioned by Ali, spoilers for the week of March 21-25 indicate that on Friday, March 25, Taggert (Réal Andrews) and Portia (Brooke Kerr) check in with Trina following recent matters. In addition to “GH,” Ali’s other television credits include appearances in episodes of such shows as “New Girl,” “Shimmer and Shine,” the Netflix comedy “The Big Show Show” and more recently the Shudder original movie “Horror Noire,” among others. In 2017, Ali co-starred in the Amazon Original series pilot for “A Kid Called Mayonnaise” from the creator of the 90s Nickelodeon series “The Adventures of Pete and Pete.” She played the role of Malone in “Mayonnaise.” Note: The post Tabyana Ali Teases When She’ll Make Her Debut as Trina Robinson on ‘General Hospital’ appeared first on the Soap Opera Network website. Read More